Seanad debates

Wednesday, 7 May 2003

Business of Seanad.(1 speech) I have received notice from Senator Morrissey that, on the motion for the Adjournment of the House today, he proposes to raise the following matter: The need for the Minister for the Environment...

Visit of Australian Delegation.(1 speech) I wish to welcome Senator Paul Calvert, Speaker of the Australian Senate, and his accompanying party to the Chamber and express the hope that he continues to enjoy his visit to Ireland.

Order of Business.(54 speeches) The Order of Business today is No. 1, a sessional order as agreed by the Committee on Procedure and Privileges, to be taken without debate; No. 2, motion whereby the subject matter of motion No....

Order of Business: Motion.(1 speech) I move: That the practice of calling the Leader of the House to reply to the Order of Business no later than 30 minutes after the proposal of the Order of Business shall be continued until the...

Adjournment Matters. - Housing Grants.(2 speeches) It is ironic that I raise this issue on the Adjournment, given that, some months ago, the House debated the issue of the first-time buyer's grant, the level of house building taking place and the...

Adjournment Matters. - Industrial Disputes.(7 speeches) I thank the Cathaoirleach for allowing me to raise this important matter on the Adjournment. With the permission of the House, I would like to share time with my colleague, Senator Ulick Burke.

Adjournment Matters. - Dental Service.(2 speeches) I wish to ask the Minister of State for Health and Children, Deputy Tim O'Malley, why people with multiple handicaps in County Roscommon cannot avail of a senior orthodontist. I believe this is...

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What is the Seanad?

Seanad Éireann is the upper house of the Oireachtas. Within 90 days of its being
passed by the Dáil, the Seanad may propose amendments, reject or pass a Bill.
The Dáil has the power to over-ride the Seanad's rejection of a Bill. If the Bill is
a 'Money Bill' and relates to government spending, the Seanad has only 21 days to consider
the Bill and may not make amendments. The Seanad consists of 60 members known as Senators. They are not elected by universal franchise; you can
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